Exploring the Psychological Horror of Repulsion (1965)
Roman Polanski's Repulsion (1965) stands as a chilling masterpiece in the realm of psychological horror. The film delves into the themes of isolation, mental disorders, and repressed emotions through the haunting portrayal of Carol Ledoux, a young woman whose fragile psyche begins to unravel. As she is left alone in her apartment, Carol's descent into madness is vividly depicted through Polanski's masterful direction and Catherine...
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The apartment serves as a physical space and a psychological environment that deteriorates Carol’s mental state. It amplifies sense of isolation and confinement and a place where male characters invade and threat her. It reflects Carol’s fears and her tragic descent into madness.
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1. Deteriorate is an intransitive verb = … that aggravated / exacerbated Carol’s mental state
2. sense of isolation and confinement = senses of isolation and confinement
3. threat (noun) vs. threaten (verb)